North Carolina Approves New One-Way Toll Rates for Four Ferry Routes
The North Carolina State Board of Transportation has approved new one-way toll rates for four ferry routes, including Hatteras-Ocracoke ($10), Currituck-Knotts Island ($7), Bayview-Aurora ($7), and Cherry Branch-Minnesott Beach ($7), effective January 1.
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, November 5, 2026 — The North Carolina State Board of Transportation has officially approved new one-way toll rates for four of the state’s ferry routes. These changes are set to take effect on January 1.
The board’s decision establishes specific rates for passenger travel across these ferry systems. The Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry, a key route connecting the Outer Banks, will see a one-way toll of $10. Three other routes will each have a one-way toll set at $7.
The affected routes with the $7 one-way toll are:
- Currituck-Knotts Island
- Bayview-Aurora
- Cherry Branch-Minnesott Beach
Details regarding the previous toll rates or the specific financial projections for the new rates were not provided in the summary. The North Carolina Department of Transportation operates these ferry services, which are vital for transportation in coastal and eastern parts of the state. The exact reasons for the adjustments to the toll rates were not detailed in the information available.
Travelers utilizing these routes are advised to be aware of the new pricing structure commencing at the start of the new year. The Board of Transportation is responsible for overseeing and setting policies for the state’s transportation infrastructure, including its ferry system.
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